A second chance: LOWVELO rider living with leukemia bringing hope to the Charleston area, one bike at a time
A bicycle – it was a practical gift that ended up being the catalyst for her whole lifestyle and got her through a cancer diagnosis. Now, Sylvie Baele wants to help others use bikes to improve their lives. It’s why she runs Charleston’s only nonprofit bike shop and why she rides in LOWVELO.
Breast cancer survivor fundraises for LOWVELO by teaching yoga
Kelsey Harrison isn’t a cyclist, but she’s still participating in this year’s LOWVELO event by teaching donation-based yoga classes. Harrison, who has been practicing yoga for over 10 years, teaches weekly classes at a local studio, but her primary focus is holding domestic and international retreats through the company she founded: Get Wild Retreats. Harrison said that yoga saved her life – in more ways than one.
Not your average LOWVELO team: Retirees prove wellness can be found at any age
It’s not your average LOWVELO bike ride team. There are no bicycle shorts. There are no helmets. There are not even any road bikes. The average age? Somewhere between 80 and 90 years old – proof that wellness can be found at any stage of life.
Facing the impossible: Stage 4 melanoma survivor shares why she rides in LOWVELO
For most beginners to biking, the idea of riding 20 miles would seem daunting, or even impossible. But after beating stage 4 melanoma, Ashley Mahoney is an expert at overcoming challenges and laughing in the face of impossible.
Pedaling forward: widower honors his wife by cycling 100 miles and becoming the top fundraiser
Grief looks different for everyone. For Aron Kuch, cycling and raising funds for cancer research is what has gotten him through. That and talking about his wife, Heather.
A positive attitude and a giving heart are the keys to beating breast cancer for Daniel Island woman
Thoughout her five year battle with cancer, it hasn’t always been easy for Joannah Sampson to remain positive, but it’s always been a priority.
MUSC student turns unthinkable loss into a triumph for cancer research
It’s one of the worst moments many people experience – the death of a parent. And at just age 22, Valerie Salmon had lost both of hers.
From anatomy lab to cancer battle, MUSC student shows gratitude by taking on LOWVELO
New city, new school and a cancer diagnosis. MUSC student Bridget Horgan shows grit and determination in the face of a cancer battle.
Life coach and LOWVELO supporter reflects on how she bounced back from loss
Ja’Net Bishop participates in her first LOWVELO to help make an impact on cancer care for future Hollings patients.
Prostate cancer survivor prepares for LOWVELO21 ride
Doug McCracken is used to giving back – he and his wife help rescue and find new homes for dogs in need. Now he’s preparing for his next task – participating in LOWVELO 2021 for the first time as a cancer survivor.